Filzteich, Mining water reservoir in Schneeberg, Germany
Filzteich is a mining reservoir straddling the border between Schneeberg and Hartmannsdorf bei Kirchberg with a large surface area and multiple access points from both sides. Today the water body offers a beach with sunbathing areas, a water slide tower, and pedal boat rentals for various visitor groups.
The reservoir was created in the 1480s by a knight to supply water for the mining operations of the area. A devastating dam breach in the 18th century led to extensive repairs involving elaborate stone construction.
The reservoir has been central to the mining culture of the region for centuries and still shows traces of this heritage today. Visitors can discover walking paths around it that lead through the hilly landscape of the Ore Mountains and make the close connection between water and mining tangible.
Access to the reservoir is straightforward from both adjacent towns, with ample parking and paths around the water. It is best to visit during warmer months when all facilities such as the slide and pedal boats are operational.
The site preserves a rare stone channel built after a dam failure in the late 1700s that showcases technical skill of that era. This construction remains a tangible record of problem-solving during the mining age and can still be seen today.
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